About WE LEAP, INC.
Who We Are
Our Mission
Our Mission
The WE LEAP non-profit was founded in June of 2014, and is a 501c3 violence prevention and awareness organization, providing education and advocacy for safer schools and communities.
Our Mission
Our Mission
Our Mission
Our mission is to end violence before it begins by educating youth, teens, and adults on how to: Break the cycle and break the silence of Violence.
Our Vision
Our Mission
Our Vision
WE LEAP envisions a society where violence is not prevalent because our schools and communities are educated, enlightened, and responsive to the needs of individuals experiencing any form of abuse or violence within them.
Your support will help our violence prevention efforts
We provide educational support groups and advocacy services for victims and survivors who have experienced or are at risk of violence in the home and community.
WHAT WE HAVE ACHIEVED SO FAR
ST. LUCIE & INDIAN RIVER COUNTIES SERVED
Rates of relationship abuse in the USA remain consistently high, with young people at the greatest risk of experiencing it – either as victims or perpetrators. WE LEAP is working fervently to change that.
2541 YOUTH & ADULTS SERVED
Between our inception in 2016 and June 2024, we have reached 2541 young people.
Over 35 SCHOOLS & COMMUNITY GROUPS SERVED
Over 35 SCHOOLS & COMMUNITY GROUPS SERVED
84% of teachers and community educators feel we supported their practice when talking to young people about sensitive topics
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We offer a violence prevention program that equips participants on how to have healthy relationships during their teen years that embeds behavioral expectations that are carried through into their adult lives.
153 COMMUNITY BASED WORKSHOPS
Over 35 SCHOOLS & COMMUNITY GROUPS SERVED
After our workshops
89% of participants believed the skills learned would be useful in their lives either right now or in the future
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84% knew how to get help if they experienced dating violence, bullying or suicidal thoughts.
